We are here for your pet’s urgent needs! Call now for immediate assistance from our trained veterinary staff. We welcome same-day appointments as our schedule allows.
Not every pet’s emergency needs to be treated at a Specialty Center or 24-Hour ICU and sometimes your primary care veterinarian is not able to fit you and your pet into their schedule. That is what San Tan Animal Hospital is here for!
We provide comprehensive treatment services and critical care for mild to moderate ailments. We offer the gold standard of veterinary care at the convenience and fast-paced nature your pet deserves.
We are focused on using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat non-life-threatening conditions. Please look at the table below for some suggestions for when urgent care is appropriate as opposed to emergency services.
| Can be seen by Urgent Care | Needs to see an Emergency Services provider |
|---|---|
| Vomiting and Diarrhea | Acute Collapse or Fainting |
| Minor Lacerations or Wounds | Severe, Large, or Deep Lacerations or Wounds |
| Limping / Lameness | Major Fractures (bone visible) |
| General Pain | Hit by Car or Major Physical Trauma |
| Toxin Ingestion | Pale or White Gums |
| Eye Issues | Severe Head Trauma |
| Toenail Issues | Uncontrolled Bleeding |
| Minor Seizures lasting <1-2 minutes or first time seizure | Severe Seizures (lasting >3 minutes, multiple, or non-stop seizures) |
| Coughing | Difficulty Breathing / Gasping |
| Upper Respiratory Infections | Congestive Heart Failure |
| Skin / Anal Gland Infections | Heatstroke |
| Ear Issues | Distended Abdomen |
| End of Life Services / Humane Euthanasia | Gun Shot Wounds |
Please call ahead and checking the availability of our urgent care team. We accommodate same-day appointments as our schedule allows.
If your pet requires a service that we cannot provide, we’ll refer you to an appropriate 24-hour urgent care center. Call our office now for help.
Wondering if you should take your pet to an urgent care or an emergency center?
What to Expect During Your Visit
Upon arrival, your pet will be assessed and triaged. After evaluation, our team will present you with a price estimate prior to any testing or treatments being performed. Once a treatment plan is agreed upon, our team will work to offer your pet the utmost care and support as we work to resolve the situation. At the end of the visit, the doctor will provide you with written discharge instructions regarding the treatment and care of your pet. If you have any questions or feel you may need further support once leaving, please call our office.
After Your Visit
Your pet may need follow-up care with your primary care veterinarian after their visit with us. All of your pet's medical records and test results from your urgent care visit will be sent to your primary care veterinarian so they have all the information they need to continue caring for your pet. In some cases, after assessment and treatment, we may refer you to an emergency hospital for additional care and treatment. We want to ensure that your pet receives the required level of care to best resolve their need.
After Hours Pet Emergencies
During business hours, please call us immediately at San Tan Animal Hospital for any pet emergencies so that we may recommend the best course of action for your pet.
Outside our business hours, we recommend you contact the following emergency animal hospital in the Queen Creek, AZ area.
| 1st Pet Veterinary Centers | ||
| 5404 E Southern Ave Mesa, AZ 85206 | (480) 924-1123 | Visit Website |
| Arizona Regional Intensive Care, Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Center | ||
| 21419 S Ellsworth Rd Queen Creek, AZ 85142 | (480) 746-6600 | Visit Website |
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